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What Our Patients Are Saying
At Gentle Endodontics in Lynchburg, VA, our patients are our top priority. We understand that any dental surgery—whether that be root canal therapy or a frenectomy—can be anxiety-inducing for many patients. We aim to foster an environment that is calm and relaxing, so patients feel safe throughout every step of their treatment journey. Our treatments not only improve our patients’ oral health, but their function and overall wellness. Read our 5-star reviews and see why Gentle Endodontics is the right choice for your dental needs!
“I had a root canal. I have very high anxiety and was so nervous about the procedure. Dr. Black was absolutely wonderful. He made me feel comfortable and at ease the entire time. I absolutely recommend Dr. Black and his team. They are definitely a keeper.”
“Dr. Black corrected my baby’s lip and tongue tie using a laser. He was so caring and gentle with her. His office personnel are also so wonderful! Definitely recommend them if your need a lip or tongue tie revision for your little one.”
“Dr. Black, Amy, and Sarah were extremely professional and pleasant. I’m not a big fan of the dentist, but they put me at ease immediately. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!”
“Dr. Black is wonderful! I was so nervous about having 2 root canals at the same time. He prescribe medication for my anxiety which helped so much. I felt no pain during the procedure and Dr. Black made me feel so comfortable and at ease. His assistant and receptionist were wonderful as well! Very kind and welcoming! I would recommend him to my family and friends! If I need dental work again I will definitely be calling Dr. Black!”
“I was referred to Dr. Black from my new dentist for much needed root canals last year. I had heard that root canals were horrible. Dr. Black gave me such a great experience. It was not painful and I even went to sleep while he was working on me! I would highly recommend him to anyone. He and his staff were very professional and thorough.”
“Dr. Black and his team at Gentle Endodonics were fantastic helping our son with his lip and tongue tie. He was struggling so much to nurse and after the quick and efficient procedure we could tell an immediate improvement. Gentle Endodonics has a clean, beautiful, and modern interior and all of the staff are extremely kind. I would recommend them for any gum work that you need done.”
—Jordan
“My oldest needed to get his tongue tie cut. He was very nervous. The doctor was so sweet. He was very patient and caring. Made sure my boy did not feel a thing. I would recommend him 1,000 times!”
“I felt very comfortable in this office. Dr. Black does excellent work and all the staff is so friendly and helpful. Dr. Black was so kind throughout the multiple visits and did a great job lasering my 2 month old’s mouth who had lip and tongue and cheek ties. I have nothing but great things to say about our experience- I highly recommend!”
“I just moved here and was worried about finding a good doctor for my root canal. I sure hit the jackpot with this group. The whole experience was wonderful. Amy at the front desk was phenomenal. I get there for the appointment and she smiling and pleasant takes care of me and did a wonderful job. Then I get to the room for my appointment and Sarah the assistant for Dr. Black was so pleasant and kind. it was wonderful seeing a team that worked together so well. Best news of all Dr. Black was able to save my crown during the root canal and save me an additional $1400 expense that I would’ve had to put a new crown on the tooth. The name Gentle Endodontics is so fitting, I actually fell asleep during the procedure. So to Dr. Black and his team, I just want to say thank you so much for the best experience I have ever had with a dental procedure.”
“My newborn granddaughter was tongue tied and having a very difficult time nursing. It was a frustrating experience for both her and her mom and she had not been gaining weight. After a short consultation with Dr. Sam Black, the laser procedure was performed right in the office. Within 15 minutes our granddaughter was able to latch and nurse correctly for the first time! It was such an easy procedure when performed with the skill and care of Dr. Black. The staff is delightful, the office is a soothing, professional environment and Dr. Sam is a dedicated professional. He made sure our granddaughter was taken care of quickly and that the results were above our expectations. The follow up appointments were easy, pleasant experiences. You can tell Dr. Sam is a dad and that he cares deeply for his patients and their needs. I highly recommend this office and Dr. Sam Black for your children.”
“Dr. Black and his office staff were truly amazing! When they say Gentle Endodontics, they mean it! I had a big root canal because of an abscess and I was treated very gently and pain-free. I highly recommend this office and I won’t go anywhere else! Thanks to all of you at Gentle Endodontics!”
—Pam
“Dr. Black and his assistant were professional and friendly. I can almost say I enjoyed having a root canal! Seriously though, no pain whatsoever for this 55 year old having her first root canal. I am very appreciative! If you need this service, don’t hesitate to schedule and go here!”
Another great visit with Dr. Black and staff. No one wants to have a root canal but if you need one, this is the place to go. Everyone is very professional and great new offices. Absolutely no discomfort or worries. Highly recommend Dr Black.
I would recommend Dr. Black. Great and helpful staff before and after our appointment and all our questions were answered. Dr. Black has a wonderful, funny personality. He is very knowledgeable and was helpful with the problems we were having with our son.
“Dr. Black performed my root canal a few months ago. Dr. Black was so professional, so thorough, so kind, in treating me, as was his staff. A month after the root canal, I started experiencing pain in the area around that tooth. I went to the dentist and they had nothing to offer, so I waited a few weeks and contacted Dr. Black. After a thorough examination, he found two issues and suggested two courses of action to improve the discomfort. While things did get better, it did not subside and grew even more painful around my entire jaw. So feeling desperate for relief, I contacted Dr. Black again where he fit me right in for the second time. This time with a non-related diagnosis having nothing to do with the root canal he did. He figured out what the issue was, and I have since turned a corner after over a month in pain. I couldn’t be more grateful for his professionalism, dedication to the patients situation, and inclusive follow-up care covered under the original procedure. I would recommend anyone use Dr. Black for any endodontal needs, for the most professional, kind service. I thank him very much for getting me through this tough situation and wanted post a truly five star experience.”
